Turkish National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar and Chief of General Staff General Yaşar Gülerare in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad. “QİA.AZ” informs that the statement came from the Turkish Ministry of National Defense. Akar will meet with Iraqi Defense Minister Juma Inad and other senior officials. During the meeting, parties will discuss cooperation issues in the fight against terrorism.
SOCAR exports 17.9 million tons of crude oil
In 2020, the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) exported 17.9 million tons of crude oil to foreign markets. The company also exports the profit share of the oil produced by consortiums of international companies operating in the country, which belongs to the state of Azerbaijan and SOCAR. A total of 12 billion cubic meters… Continue reading SOCAR exports 17.9 million tons of crude oil
Museum of Culture to be established in Karabakh
“Currently, work is underway to draft a law on cinema. If the bill is completed during the spring session, Milli Majlis will discuss it,” Deputy Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Culture Fazil Mustafa told “QİA.AZ”. According to him, changes will be made in the legislation to protect cultural monuments, establish a Museum of Culture in… Continue reading Museum of Culture to be established in Karabakh
First snow captured in Sahara in 37 years
Amateur photographer Karim Bouchetata (BUSHETATA) took spectacular photos showing the Sahara Desert covered in pickets of snow. The last time snow was reportedly seen in Ain Sefra was on February 18, 1979, when a snowstorm lasted just half an hour. Locals were stunned to see pictures of the recent snowfalls, some for the first time… Continue reading First snow captured in Sahara in 37 years
Iran convicts American businessman on spying charge
Iran convicted an American businessman on a spying charge and sentenced him to 10 years in prison weeks after the U.S. election, “QİA.AZ” states, citing TASS. A family friend of Iranian-American Emad Shargi, 56, told NBC News that he was called to court on Nov. 30, convicted of espionage without trial, and sentenced to a decade in… Continue reading Iran convicts American businessman on spying charge
Azerbaijan increases gas production 4 %
Last year, the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) produced 7.4 million tons of oil and 7.3 BCM of gas in the fields operated independently or as a major shareholder. “QİA.AZ” informs referring to SOCAR. It is noted that the upward trend in total gas production continued in Azerbaijan. Compared to 2019, gas production rose by about… Continue reading Azerbaijan increases gas production 4 %
Azerbaijan confirms 650 more COVID-19 recoveries
Azerbaijan has detected 402 new COVID-19 cases, 650 patients have recovered and 15 patients have died, QİA.AZ reports citing the Operational Headquarters under Azerbaijani Cabinet of Ministers. Up until now, 226,951 people have been infected with coronavirus in the country, 214,423 of them have recovered, and 2,998 people have died. Currently, 9,530 people are under treatment… Continue reading Azerbaijan confirms 650 more COVID-19 recoveries
President Ilham Aliyev calls President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
On January 16, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev made a phone call to President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The successful development of friendly and brotherly relations between Azerbaijan and Turkey in all areas and the constantly expanding bilateral cooperation was once again emphasized during the phone conversation. President… Continue reading President Ilham Aliyev calls President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Ilham Aliyev lays foundation of Fuzuli-Shusha road and Fuzuli airport
On January 14, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev laid a foundation stone for Fuzuli-Shusha highway on the 27th km of Ahmadbayli-Fuzuli-Shusha highway, as well as an airport in Fuzuli district. President Ilham Aliyev, first lady Mehriban Aliyeva and their daughter Leyla Aliyeva then visited Shusha, the Azerbaijani culture capital, which was liberated… Continue reading Ilham Aliyev lays foundation of Fuzuli-Shusha road and Fuzuli airport
Russian, Iranian FMs to moot Karabakh in Moscow
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will meet in Moscow on January 26. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman said at a briefing that they also plan to discuss the Karabakh issue at the meeting.